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Felt striking face
Rounder, warmer attack with less high-end click than plastic or wood. Also easier on the batter head over time.
Product detailSKU #1273887992972
GibraltarFelt Bass Drum Beater
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Felt bass drum beater from Gibraltar. A replacement or swap for players who want a rounder attack than a plastic or wood beater gives.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Softening the click of a hard plastic beater on a bass drum
- Replacing a worn beater with a chewed or flattened striking face
- Keeping a second beater in the bag for different rooms
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing a sharp, cutting click for loud, fast music
- Anyone needing a dual-sided beater to switch surfaces mid-set
- Electronic kit triggers, which respond better to their own beaters
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Single beater
One beater, so a double pedal needs two. Mismatched beaters make the two feet sound different.
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Fits a pedal shaft
Mounts in your existing pedal's clamp. It changes sound and feel without replacing the pedal itself.
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Beater weight
A heavier beater hits harder and rebounds slower; a lighter one is quicker under the foot. Feel changes with the swap.
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$21.99
The cheapest way to change bass drum tone. Costs less than a head and far less than a new pedal.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your pedal's shaft diameter — beater rods are not fully universal
- 02You will need to reset beater height and angle after fitting
- 03Double pedal players need two for consistent sound between feet
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my pedal?
It mounts in a standard beater clamp. Check your pedal's shaft diameter against your current beater if you use an older or boutique pedal.
02Felt or plastic beater — which should I get?
Felt gives a rounder thud with less click and is gentler on the head. Plastic cuts through loud stages. Felt is the safer all-round choice.
03Will this wear out my bass drum head?
Felt is softer than plastic or wood, so it is easier on the head. A patch still helps if you play hard or gig often.
04Do I need two for a double pedal?
Yes. Each pedal has its own beater, and running two different types makes your left and right feet sound noticeably different.
